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Notable Midwest Farmland Sales Strengthen Across Key Reporting States in July 2026

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 28, 2026

American Farmland Owner report shows Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states saw strong multi‑tract auction activity in July:

  • Juneau County, WI multi‑tract auction sold 799.66 acres for $6,639,601, averaging $8,303 per acre
  • Wisconsin Tracts 1–3 each sold for $8,700 per acre, and the 11.66‑acre Tract 10 reached $13,000 per acre, reflecting premium demand for smaller parcels
  • Sangamon County, IL multi‑tract sale totaled $4,435,847, with top tracts selling for $16,000 and $15,200 per acre despite similar PI ratings of 126.1–129.5
  • Illinois Tract 4 sold for $8,300 per acre due to 20 acres of timber enrolled in permanent CREP, reducing tillable acreage despite comparable soil quality
  • Pocahontas County, IA auction brought consistent pricing between $10,250 and $11,050 per acre, with CSR2 ratings generally 80–85 across nine tracts
  • Even the lowest Iowa tract held at $9,500 per acre, showing tight buyer sentiment and strong regional reputation for productive farmland

Credit: American Farmland Owner
Article link: https://www.americanfarmlandowner.com/post/notable-midwest-sales-july-2026-highlight-multi-tract-auctions

Landwatch Weekly: Recent Midwest Farmland Sales Across Iowa, Indiana & South Dakota

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 24, 2026

Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch Weekly column continues to show steady strength across Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting region. This week’s updates highlight positive momentum in Iowa, Indiana, and South Dakota, with strong per‑acre values and diversified land use driving buyer interest.

Midwest Highlights

  • Indiana – Wells County A 79‑acre farm sold for $24,050 per acre, supported by 52 acres of tillable ground and two residential homes.
  • Iowa – Allamakee County A 258‑acre multi‑tract sale averaged $16,750 per acre, with one premium tract reaching $27,400 per acre. Buyers were drawn to a mix of timber, tillable acres, recreational land, and Mississippi River views.
  • South Dakota – Brookings County A 40‑acre farm sold for $14,125 per acre, featuring strong cropland SPI (81.9), livestock paddocks, a residence, and a heated shop — a well‑rounded operational property.

These finalized sales reinforce continued confidence in high‑quality cropland, diversified land assets, and properties with strong residential or operational improvements across the Midwest.

Source: Progressive Farmer — Landwatch Weekly
Article Link: https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/business-inputs/article/2026/07/23/recent-farmland-sales-indiana-iowa

Midwest Farmland Values: Strong Sales Across IL, MN, MO, and SD

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 16, 2026

Farmland sales across our reporting states of Illinois, Minnesota, South Dakota, and neighboring Missouri continue to show the Midwest’s steady land market strength. Progressive Farmer’s latest report highlights multi‑tract auctions with strong per‑acre prices, solid soil ratings, and diversified tracts that reinforce ongoing buyer demand across the region.

  • Illinois (Livingston County): A 236‑acre farm sold for $2.7M, averaging $11,350/acre.
  • Minnesota (Cottonwood & Watonwan Counties): A 449‑acre auction brought $5.2M — averaging $11,775/acre — with soil ratings in the 90s.
  • South Dakota (Moody County): A 407‑acre farm sold for $5.3M at $13,100/acre.
  • Missouri (Sullivan County): A 164‑acre farm sold for $1M, with cropland tracts averaging $4,750/acre and mixed-use features including pasture, hayfields, timber, and a home site.

Progressive Farmer’s coverage underscores the strength of Midwest farmland values and provides timely insights for producers, investors, and land professionals across our Land Sales Bulletin reporting states, and Missouri. https://www.dtnpf.com/agriculture/web/ag/news/business-inputs/article/2026/07/16/recent-farmland-sales-illinois-south

Midwest Farmland Sales: Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and South Dakota See Active Summer Markets

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 13, 2026

Progressive Farmer’s Landwatch Weekly column highlights another week of active farmland sales across the Midwest. While Kansas is not part of Land Sales Bulletin’s official reporting region, its inclusion offers valuable context for our readers following regional trends. Strong demand, diverse property types, and notable per‑acre values were seen across Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska, and South Dakota.

Highlights:

  • Iowa – Buchanan County: 51-acre farm sold for $1.7M, including a 39-acre cropland tract at $16,196/acre
  • Kansas – Barber County (non‑reporting state): 311-acre farm sold for $799,655 ($2,575/acre) with wheat, canola, and corn base acres plus pasture and ponds
  • Nebraska – Garden County: 523-acre recreational ranch sold for $1.2M ($2,296/acre) featuring ponds, pasture units, and a ranch home
  • South Dakota – Beadle County: 161-acre pastureland farm sold for $693,966 ($4,305/acre) with virgin sod and cropland conversion potential

See the full report and breakdown from Progressive Farmer: Recent Farmland Sales in Iowa, Kansas, Nebraska and South Dakota

Minnesota Farmland Snapshot: Recent Sales Across Key Counties

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJuly 2, 2026

Minnesota’s farmland market continues to show resilience heading into the second half of 2026, supported by recent sales across several counties statewide. While values have softened slightly, the market remains stable, with widening gaps between excellent and moderate-quality tracts as buyer demand shifts.

3 Key Things to Watch in the Second Half of 2026

  • 2026 Crop Outlook — In‑season yield expectations will heavily influence farmer optimism and market aggressiveness
  • Geopolitics — War, trade, interest rates, and tariffs continue to shape commodity prices and input costs, with potential rate hikes and shifting global commitments on the horizon
  • Government Support — Additional assistance programs may help producers manage rising fuel and fertilizer costs and provide underlying support for land values

As a key Midwest reporting state for Land Sales Bulletin, Minnesota continues to demonstrate steady strength in the Midwest land market. Farm Progress:https://www.farmprogress.com/management/3-things-to-watch-as-farmland-market-readies-for-second-half-of-2026

Minnesota land sales - Farm Progress

June 2026 Farmland Market Update: Stability Holds Across the Corn Belt

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthJune 15, 2026

Hertz Real Estate Services’ June 2026 Farmland Market Update highlights a land market that remains steady across the Corn Belt, even as producers navigate tighter margins and shifting interest‑rate expectations. Hear from their President, Doug Hensley, shares the latest on farmland values, current market conditions, and key factors influencing the land market – Hertz Farmland Market Update Videos

Across the Midwest, Land Sales Bulletin’s finalized land sale data reflects the same trend: resilient pricing for top‑tier cropland across our Corn Belt states. While softer commodity prices and elevated input costs are creating pressure, neither has meaningfully disrupted the market’s underlying strength.

As both a trusted customer and a leading voice in the farmland industry, proud to share Hertz’s latest update. Make sure to sign up to have their Farmland Market Updates land in your inbox: https://www.hertz.ag/subscribe

Notable Iowa & Wisconsin Farmland Sales Highlight Strong Spring Market

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 29, 2026

Recent Notable Sales across Iowa and Wisconsin continue to demonstrate the strength of high‑quality Midwest farmland, according to reporting from American Farmland Owner.

In Sioux County, Iowa, two premium cropland tracts sold for $26,600 per acre on April 2, reflecting the region’s continued demand for nearly all‑tillable farms with strong CSR2 ratings and efficient row layouts.
Tract 1 included 44.5± acres with a CSR2 of 91, while Tract 2 offered 40± acres with a CSR2 of 91.8, supported by proven Galva, Primghar, and Ely soils.

In Dane County, Wisconsin, a 207.55‑acre offering brought $18,750 to $24,000 per acre across five tracts at an April 17 auction.
The farm featured nearly all‑tillable acres, productive Plano, Ringwood, and Traxel silt loams, and strong proximity to Madison — all factors that contributed to competitive bidding in this tightly held region.

These Notable Sales reinforce the continued resilience of top‑quality cropland and the strong operator and investor interest across the our Midwest. https://www.americanfarmlandowner.com/post/notable-land-sales-midwest

Wisconsin Farmland Auction Surges to Nearly $22,000 Per Acre

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 26, 2026

A recent auction in Stoughton, Wisconsin delivered one of the most eye‑opening sales the region has seen, with a 208‑acre farm selling for $21,946 per acre—more than triple the state’s 2025 average farmland value of $6,420 per acre. Rapid‑fire bidding pushed prices upward within minutes, driven by strong demand for high‑quality cropland and limited availability in Dane County. Nearly 50 bidders participated, but a local dairy farmer ultimately secured all five tracts offered.

The sale’s momentum has already sparked new interest among landowners considering bringing properties to market, underscoring the continued strength of premium farmland in Wisconsin—Land Sales Bulletin’s home Midwest reporting state. Read more from American Farmland Owner: Wisconsin Farm Sells for Nearly $22,000 an Acre in Rapid-Fire Auction 

Why a 602-Acre Indiana Farm Drew Bidders From Seven States

accountJennifer Moran | calendar-monthMay 22, 2026

A recent auction in west‑central Indiana showcased the continued strength of Midwest farmland—especially in regions where scale, soil quality, and location converge. The 602-acre farm, offered in seven tracts, drew 54 registered bidders and a standing‑room‑only crowd, with interest coming from seven states.

Despite the wide geographic interest, the final buyers were all local farmers or investors from west‑central Indiana, underscoring the resilience of local demand in a tightly held region. The property’s appeal was driven by three rare attributes:

  • Large scale — 602 acres, with 595.57 acres classified as cropland
  • High-quality soils — a WAPI of 172.6, unusually strong for the region
  • Strategic location — near major routes and within the growing “Silicon Heartland” corridor between Indianapolis and Purdue University

The farm averaged $19,259 per acre, well above Indiana’s statewide average of $14,826 per acre reported by Purdue University. Read more from Successful Farming: Why This 602-Acre Indiana Farm Drew Bidders From 7 States

As one of Land Sales Bulletin’s Midwest reporting states, Indiana continues to demonstrate selective strength—particularly for Class A soils and large, contiguous tracts that rarely come to market.

Why This 602-Acre Indiana Farm Drew Bidders From 7 States - Successful Farming

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